Parents

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My First Library Card

Getting your first library card is an exciting milestone! Your library adventure starts here.

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Programs for Kids

Book clubs, STEM and coding programs, puppet shows, storytimes and more!

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BPL's 2026 Kids Big Borrows (So Far!)

Kids know what they like. Here's our roundup of books our young readers think are tops!

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Staff Picks for Kids

Browse all our staff-picked booklists for kids, from a variety of topics and genres.

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Early Literacy Support

Explore BPL's Early Literacy Support collection with just one click.

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Accessible Reading

For readers with dyslexia or low/no vision, and kids who find reading print a challenge.

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Borrow a Kit

Learning kits, kits for parents & caregivers, and sensory support kits to use in the library.

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Early Years Drop-In Programs

Descriptions for our storytimes and programs for babies to preschoolers.

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1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Help your child with developing critical literary skills before they reach school.

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NoveList K-8 Plus

Find books that are right for kids! Kindergarten to Grade 8 reading levels.

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Kanopy for Kids

Instantly stream a broad collection of free movies and tv shows for kids.

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CBC Kids

Videos, games, quizzes, and articles for kids FREE through BPL's CBC Corner portal.

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